Pol and Pals

On episode 25, I have a #CreativeConversation with my pal, Antwaun Stanley, a singer/songwriter from Flint, MI. Aside from peaking at 22 on the Billboard charts with his debut solo album, "I Can Do Anything", Antwaun is most notably known for his frequent collaborations with the American funk band, Vulfpeck.

In this episode, Antwaun talks about how:
- his mom found out he could sing at the age of 3
- navigating the music industry at a young age
- exploring different genres of music
- when to expect some new solo music
- and why you shouldn't compare yourself

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RECORDED LIVE: MAY. 13TH, 2021

On episode 24, I have a #CreativeConversation with my pal, Donovan Colquitt, Founder of The Scholar's Key, an organization dedicated to helping students go through college debt-free. He is also the author of The Scholar's Key: Unlock Your Dreams As A Teen, a book he wrote to help other teens pursue their passions in life. 

In this episode, Donovan talks about the struggles he overcame growing up in Detroit during The Great Recession, how he accumulated over $1.25M in scholarships, and why you need to be Patient and Flexible.

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RECORDED LIVE: APR. 29TH, 2021

On episode 23, Ponyboy Pol has a #CreativeConversation with his pal, Cindy Okereke, Founder of Essence of Cin: a podcast marketing agency. Her podcasting resume includes co-creating and growing the Impact Theory podcast with Tom Bilyeu, producing for the Therapy for Black Girls podcast, and talent booking for the Netflix Strong Black Lead podcast. 

In this episode, Cindy explains how she overcame her late-age ADD diagnosis, how she got into marketing and podcasting, and why you should find the core of who you are.

🔗LINKS🔗

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RECORDED LIVE: APR. 15TH, 2021

On episode 22, Ponyboy Pol has a #CreativeConversation with his pal, Andy Stout, Founder of Explore Adventure Lab: a travel planning service dedicated to helping you EXPLORE MORE, FOR LE$$.

In this episode, Andy talks about how/why he created Explore Adventure Labs, how he was able to find purpose after losing his dad to brain cancer, and how he biked across the USA in 55 days!

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• FOLLOW ANDY
• EXPLORE ADVENTURE LAB
• ANDY'S BIKING ACROSS AMERICA VLOG

RECORDED LIVE: APR. 1ST, 2021

On episode 21, Ponyboy Pol has a #CreativeConversation with his pal, Alexis Wilson, Founder/CEO of "The Menternship": a personal and professional development program for young Black and Brown women that blends the tenets of mentorship and an internship.
She is also the founder of "Exalt Management": a management company dedicated to helping purpose-driven athletes, entertainers, and businesses level up from the inside, out.

In this episode, Alexis talks about foregoing her childhood dream, how "The Menternship" came to be, and why you need to go inward.

🔗LINKS🔗

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• CHECKOUT THE MENTERNSHIP

RECORDED LIVE: MAR 18TH, 2021

On episode 20, Ponyboy Pol has a #CreativeConversation with his pal, Foxy P, a stand-up comedian, Wedding MC, and founder of the African Princes of Comedy.

In this episode, Foxy talks about what inspired him to become a comedian, how he founded the African Princes of Comedy group, and why he does what he does "for his people"

🔗LINKS🔗

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RECORDED LIVE: MAR 4TH, 2021

On episode 19, Ponyboy Pol has a #CreativeConversation with his pal, Morrisa Jenkins, the owner and co-founder of Freedom Apothecary: a holistic wellness, self-care, and community-building company "for people who have skin".

In this episode, Morrisa talks about what inspired her to create Freedom Apothecary, how she overcame her internal fear, and what FREEDOM means to her.

🔗LINKS🔗

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• FOLLOW MORRISA
• SHOP FREEDOM APOTHECARY

RECORDED LIVE: JAN 21ST, 2021

On episode 18, Ponyboy Pol has a #CreativeConversation with his pal, Brian Asher a.k.a The World Hiker.
Brian has traveled to 195/197 countries, hiked 600+ mountains, and ran 60+ marathons... all on a high school teacher's budget.

In this episode, Brian talks about why he is so passionate about traveling the world, how he manages his budget, and why you should reevaluate the places you've been told to be afraid of.

🔗LINKS🔗

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• FOLLOW POL
• CHECK OUT BRIAN'S INSTAGRAM
• CHECK OUT BRIAN'S YOUTUBE

RECORDED LIVE: JAN 7TH, 2021

On episode 17, Ponyboy Pol has a #CreativeConversation with his pal, J.B. Armstrong.
J.B. is a Director/Writer/Photographer from Detroit, Michigan. As the CEO of not 1 but 2 filmmaking companies, J.B. prides himself on capturing the true essence of the human spirit.

In this episode, J.B. talks about how attending private schools influence him and his stories, how he became the CEO of EarleyBird Tv, and why Training Your Mind is the most important thing you can do.

🔗LINKS🔗

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• FOLLOW POL
• CHECK OUT J.B.'S REEL
• FOLLOW EARLEYBIRD TV

RECORDED LIVE: DEC 10TH, 2020

On episode 16, Ponyboy Pol has a creative conversation with his pal, Jevon Alexander.
Jevon is an up-and-coming artist/producer from Ann Arbor, Michigan. From making freestyle beats for friends at the age of 12 to producing his own songs, Jevon prides himself on creating good vibes that you can ride out to with his unique sound of R&B and Hip Hop.

In this episode, Jevon talks about how he ended up on the NBA 2K21 Soundtrack with his single "Mamba Mentality", why he moved to Atlanta with only $36 to his name, the meaning behind his debut album "Balance", and why he named his first EP "Chasing Failure".

🔗LINKS🔗

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• LISTEN TO JEVON